
Take a leaf
There’s a huge diversity of Asian vegetables to grow beyond what you see at your local supermarket. In the July issue, author and urban permaculture gardener Connie Cao shares tips on leafy greens to grow in the cool season.

Native river rose
This cute, spreading shrub is arrayed in tiny pink flowers in spring, with spot-flowering for most of the year.

Natural salve
Explore winter-flowering salvias that bring vibrant colour through the coldest months.

Prime pimelea time
The spherical clusters of colourful flowers on these small native shrubs light up the garden for months.

Everything’s coming up roses
It’s rose-shopping time! We asked rose aficionado Steve Falcioni to pick his favourite new varieties.

A walk in the park
We visit Perth’s King Park and the Western Australian Botanic Garden to explore some unique botanical treasures. AB Bishop showcases five sensational native plants and how to grow them.

Terrific tree ferns
With their sculptural forms and vivid-green canopies, tree ferns are statement plants – deserving a key role in a shady setting.

Cottage perennials
The focus of cottage-style gardens is on an abundance of colour and diverse flower shapes. Steve Falcioni reveals some of his favourite cottage perennials which are easy to grow.

Aquatic edible plants
Aquatic edibles, such as native river mint, look good in the garden and are a great way to increase your range of delicious, leafy greens, writes Dr Ketah Silvester.

Delphiniums – a cottage classic
Known as the quintessential cottage plant, delphiniums add that all-important verticality to a display.

Grow potted bulbs
March is the time to plant bulbs for vibrant spring blooms, and growing them in pots is a simple way to guarantee bursts of cheerful colour.